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Qualico To Support Habitat for Humanity’s 2017 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project in Canada

Corporate | Oct 6, 2016

Winnipeg MB October 4, 2016 – Qualico will be part of Habitat for Humanity Canada’s biggest build project ever. To mark Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation, Habitat for Humanity’s 34th Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project will be taking place in every province and territory across Canada with a goal to collectively build 150 homes. Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn, will be visiting Canada from July 9-14, 2017, focusing their efforts in Edmonton, and in Winnipeg. Qualico is pleased to confirm a commitment of $150,00 in both Winnipeg and Edmonton in support of the 2017 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project.

“As the largest homebuilder in Western Canada, we know something of the significance of home ownership. It’s been through our involvement with Habitat for Humanity that we have gained a much deeper understanding of the importance of home ownership for families.” said John Daniels, Regional Vice President for the Manitoba and Saskatchewan region. “I’ve personally attended Habitat home dedications where the family receives the keys to their new home and you see the look of joy and pride on the faces of the parents and kids. You hear about their long journey to home ownership and you can’t help but be moved by their courage and commitment to a better future for their children.”

Qualico’s support to Habitat for Humanity Manitoba started in 1993 when Qualico sponsored and crewed a home built in the Jimmy Carter Work Project (as it was known back then). In our 23 years of continued support we have seen how numerous families in Winnipeg experience the pride and peace of mind of affordable home ownership through our combined efforts. Company-wide, Qualico has directly donated $1,445,000 to Habitat for Humanity in the past 10 years. In addition, Qualico’s sponsorship of fundraising events across Western Canada such as President’s Build, golf tournaments, Holes for Homes, Women Build, Ride Around the Lake and Ride Through the Rockies, has seen well over $1,000,000 raised for Habitat for Humanity. We are also proud of the involvement of our employees as leaders and volunteers with these and other Habitat events. By the end of 2017, over $3,000,000 will have been donated to Habitat for Humanity directly, or indirectly, by Qualico over the past decade.

“In Edmonton we have provided Habitat for Humanity a combination of financial support, hands-on support through build projects, home sponsorship and the land to build these communities,” said Shane Erickson, Regional Vice President for Northern Alberta. “We have seen how Habitat’s strategic management of the generous donations from people and companies deliver results with exceptional value. We look forward to being a part of the historical build project in 2017.”

Habitat Canada has a long history of creating affordable housing opportunities in the country. People living in Habitat homes not only help to build their own houses, they also pay affordable mortgages. Habitat for Humanity’s innovative approach assists working families to achieve better, affordable living conditions that lend itself to improved health and stronger childhood development, as well as a decrease in reliance on food banks.

“We have seen firsthand how Habitat has changed lives and helped families break the cycle of poverty,” said Kevin Van, Vice President of Qualico. “Qualico’s support and involvement with the 2017 Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project is our promise to upcoming Habitat families that we remain committed to the Habitat program. Hardworking staff and volunteers both at Habitat and at Qualico will continue to build a lasting legacy that will affect generations of Canadians to come.”

To donate or learn more about the 34th Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project, please visit: www.hfh.org/carter